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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1977
Page
6
The Byrd plan would halve debate time per senator and cap total post cloture debate at 50 hours, with a two thirds vote allowing near end to post cloture. Supporters say it curbs tyranny of the majority and protects checks and balances. critics warn of silencing dissent.
The piece questions Safety Commissioner Colton’s push to regulate officers and public contact language, arguing free speech protections and practicality concerns. It warns that strict enforcement could strain police relations, create legal trouble, and be an overreaction to a limited issue.
A reader urges diverse representation on the Supreme Court with women, Black, alcoholic, gay, Indian and clergy members, while noting the nine seats limit majority protection. The note references a senior program offering meals and transport to low income seniors with sites at Marion Jane Boyd center and Lincoln school, inviting volunteers and callers to Ester at 366 7631.
A resident publicly thanks the Cedar Rapids fire department for rapid professional action at a fire in the former Witwer building at 905 Third Street SE. The prompt work kept damage to a minimum and earned heartfelt gratitude for city service.
Russell Baker of the New York Times reports on the pursuit of a personal number amid the national idea of Number One. The piece humorously follows figures like Number 38 and Number 97, describing identity quests, fake declarations, and a range between 208 and 216 million.
Congressional action ends the Joint Committee on Atomic Energy with the House voting to disperse its powers to five standing committees. The move shifts nuclear policymaking to multiple panels, prompting concerns over coordination and expertise as the Senate considers a broader reorganization led by Sen. Stevenson.
Public trust in elected officials remains low with 58 percent disenchanted, slight improvement from 61 percent. Rev Dana Prom Smith argues Watergate showed dangers of excessive trust in citizens and officials, urging skepticism and checks and balances rather than blind confidence.
James J. Kilpatrick reviews Harold Hughes and a commission report on Senate modernization. He notes the old culture, vast printing and staffing costs, 6500 employees, and proposals to rebalance committee and floor time for efficiency amid a rising, mostly inexperienced membership.
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